Small Charity Week
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-28
Small Charity Week
The week is organised as a series of activities and initiatives to support and raise awareness of the hundreds and thousands of small charities that, every day, make a huge difference to vulnerable communities right across the UK and the rest of the world.
The objectives of Small Charity Week are to:

Celebrate the contribution that small charities make to communities throughout the UK and across the world

Improve the knowledge, representation and sustainability of small charities

Highlight the work of the small charity sector to the broadest possible audience

Encourage public giving

Work with the small charity sector to develop political engagement at a national and local level

Why not add your #SmallCharity to our Community Map ! Our team would like to invite all UK charities to create a FREE profile.
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#SmallCharityWeek #ConnectedCommunities #BetterTogether

Armed Forces Day
2026-06-27
Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the #ArmedForces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans and cadets.
There are hundreds of Events happening across the UK, find them here:
Find Events – Armed Forces Day
Showing support for the Armed Forces provides a much-valued morale boost for serving personnel, veterans and their families. You can find out more about what they are doing at home and around the world by visiting the official sites of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force.
Supporting our sailors, soldiers and aviators goes beyond Armed Forces Day. In fact, the Government, local communities and businesses across the UK have committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel past and present by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant.
There are many ways for people, communities and organisations across the country to show their support and get involved.

Source: About – Armed Forces Day

Children's Art Week
2026-06-28 - 2026-07-05
Children’s Art Week takes place across June and July each year, offering a series of creative activities and events for children of all ages.
Children’s Art Week is an annual event that celebrates and encourages creativity among children. Organised by Engage, the National Association for Gallery Education, this initiative provides a variety of art-related activities, workshops, and events both in-person and online. It aims to inspire young artists, support their artistic development, and highlight the importance of arts education. Schools, galleries, museums, and community centres across the UK participate, making art accessible to all children.
To bring a splash of colour to Children’s Art Week on your social media and digital channels, here are some content ideas:

Share photos of children’s artwork from your community or organisation.
Post an art challenge for kids to create something based on a specific theme.
Create a video tutorial for a fun and easy art project that kids can do at home.
Host a live virtual art class with a local artist or educator.
Share tips for parents and teachers on encouraging creativity in children.
Feature user-generated content of kids proudly showing their art creations.
Post about local art events or workshops happening during Children’s Art Week.
Highlight the benefits of art education for children’s development.
Share stories of famous artists and their early art experiences.

Source: Children’s Art Week | Awareness Days

Cycle To Work Day
2026-07-02
The UK’s biggest celebration of cycle commuting is back on 2nd July 2026 !
Whether you’ve never cycled before, not ridden in a while or cycle every day, #CycleToWorkDay is for you. It’s a day to get in the saddle and experience the brilliant benefits everyday #Cycling offers – mental, physical and financial – first-hand.
What are the benefits of cycling to work?

Time saving: Cycling to work is 50% quicker than driving in rush hour.
Environmental: 133,442 tonnes of CO2 is saved each year by people cycling to work.
Health: Cycling to work for just three days a week burns 1,000 calories. The average person loses 14lbs in their first year of cycling to work.
Financial: The cost of cycling to work for a full year sits at around £396. Meanwhile, taking the bus costs £625 per year, skyrocketing to £3,727 to drive – that’s a hike of more than 800%.
Mental wellbeing: Research has shown that cycling to work reduces stress and anxiety, combats depression, increases self-esteem and even boosts productivity.

Source: Whoa! We said CYCLE to Work Day… – Cyclescheme

National Bereaved Parents Day
2026-07-03
National Bereaved Parents Day was set up in 2020 as there wasn’t a specific day that honoured bereaved parents from all walks of life. We wanted to bring together anyone affected by the loss of a child to show them that they are not alone.
#NationalBereavedParentsDay will take place on 3rd July to raise awareness for all parents who have lost a child of any age, and from any circumstance.
Please join us to help spread the message, keep that conversation going, raise awareness and show the bereaved parent community that they are NOT alone.
This year’s theme is This is my place. This is my place is finding a sense of belonging and community within grief and highlighting that no matter where you are in your journey, there is a place for your child’s memory.
#Bereavement #BereavedParents #LightACandle #LoveLivesOn
Source: National Bereaved Parents Awareness Day – A Child of Mine

Alcohol Awareness Week
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-12
Alcohol Awareness Week is 6th- 12th July 2026.
It is a chance for the UK to get thinking about drinking. It’s a week of awareness-raising, campaigning for change, and more. The theme for Alcohol Awareness Week 2026 is ‘Alcohol and me’.
In a world where big alcohol companies glamorise alcohol as central to everyday experiences – from birthdays and barbecues to sofa nights and cheering on our team – it’s understandable that alcohol often feels like an inevitable part of so many of our lives. So this Alcohol Awareness Week we’re inviting a different conversation and asking: how might alcohol truly be impacting our lives and what can we do about it?
Whether it’s sleepless nights, low energy, increased anxiety or a lingering sense of feeling not quite right, alcohol can affect us in ways we don’t always realise, having a knock on effect on our health and wellbeing, our relationships, our productivity, and those we love. It can also put us at real risk of developing many other long-term health conditions such as liver disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and cancer.
This Alcohol Awareness Week, we’re simply inviting you to take 2 minutes to explore the role alcohol is playing in your life. This could mean understanding more about your alcohol risk level, cutting back on how much you drink, experimenting with an alcohol-free experience or simply learning more. There’s no one-size fits all approach.
And we get it – exploring your relationship with alcohol might feel uncomfortable, confronting, or even a little daunting. That’s okay – you’re not alone in that feeling. But it might be a sign that this is just the right time to learn more, get advice and take a step forwards.
When we drink less alcohol, the benefits often reach far beyond ourselves, strengthening our relationships, our families, and improving our working lives, communities, and society. During Alcohol Awareness Week, we’ll be sharing stories from people who’ve experienced alcohol harm, exploring the impact it’s had on their lives and the lives of those around them, and about the steps they’ve taken to bring about positive change for the benefit of everyone.
We can all take steps to make a change. And with improved support and prevention, we can save money and save lives.
Join us for this year’s Alcohol Awareness Week to find out more about alcohol and its cost to us all.
Source: About Alcohol Awareness Week | Alcohol Change UK

Thank You Day
2026-07-07
Thank You Day takes place on the 7th of July. Celebrated annually on the same date, this day is dedicated to expressing gratitude and appreciation to those who make a difference in our lives. It’s an opportunity to acknowledge and thank the people around us, whether they are family, friends, colleagues, or community members.
Thank You Day was created to foster a culture of gratitude and recognition. It reminds us of the importance of saying “thank you” and the positive impact it can have on relationships and communities. By taking the time to express our appreciation, we can strengthen bonds, boost morale, and spread positivity. This day encourages everyone to reflect on who they are grateful for and to take action to show their thanks, be it through a heartfelt message, a small gift, or a simple gesture.
Source & Find out More: Thank You Day | Awareness Days
#ThankYouDay

World Chocolate Day
2026-07-07
World Chocolate Day is sometimes referred to as International Chocolate Day.
It takes place on 7 July every year, and put simply, it’s a celebration of all things chocolate! The event was created in 2009. In some countries around the world, the day is celebrated on different dates. But July 7 was chosen for World Chocolate Day because this day is thought to be around the time that chocolate was introduced to European countries. It quickly became a favourite treat in South Africa and across the world!
There are all sorts of different ways that you can celebrate World Chocolate Day. The most obvious is by tucking into some chocolate, but what if you’re after some more outside the (chocolate) box ideas?
Why not bake some delicious chocolate chip cookies with your kids, or watch “Charlie & the Chocolate Factory” movie with your family. Or find some fun facts and the history around chocolate?
Source: World Chocolate Day 2026 | 7th July | Twinkl – Twinkl

Disability Awareness Day
2026-07-12
Disability Awareness Day is a pan-disability event which promotes a can-do culture focusing on what disabled people can do throughout life and work. The show has three main aims:

To highlight what statutory, private or voluntary services are available to enable disabled people to stay independent.
To promote equipment and aids that could maintain or improve independence, not just what is offered by statutory service providers, we want everyone to see the best and/or latest designs
To provide an opportunity to showcase what disabled people can do, in the field of Sport, Arts and Entertainment

As well as fulfilling all these aims every year the show also gives everyone who comes a really good day out filled with interest, fun and entertainment!
Source:Disability Awareness Day Warrington Cheshire

National Give Something Away Day
2026-07-15
Imagine a day when you could clean house and get rid of clutter, show someone that you care, gift small things to strangers, and generally making the world a better place. Yes, this day does, in fact, exist and on July 15 we celebrate National Give Something Away Day!
It’s better to give than to receive, and this is the aim behind #NationalGiveSomethingAwayDay. “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” doesn’t literally mean junk or trash, but items that can serve someone else better. The day encourages people to give freely to others without expecting anything in return. This is also a good way to declutter and pass on things that no longer fit us or are useful to us.
Most of us undoubtedly have way more items than we need. National Give Something Away Day was established on July 15, 2015, by Linda Eaton Hall-Fulcher, a self-proclaimed giver. Linda advocates giving back to the world. According to her, this day is for everyone who cares. It advocates for giving to friends, family, and the less fortunate; for #MindfulConsumerism; and for being more aware of our #CarbonFootprint.
Giving is the simplest act to exist that can brighten up another’s day, and at times really bring about a positive change. Whether it is something small like giving a compliment, giving your friend a jacket of yours that she really likes, or donating clothes to the less fortunate, these little things can have a big impact.
Even though giving is a selfless act, the reward goes both ways. We benefit from feeling good about giving and making someone’s day, and at the same time, we also let go of items that we no longer need and are just lying around. We also learn to be grateful for all our blessings and it makes us feel like responsible people who are improving the community.

Source:National Give Something Away Day (nationaltoday.com)

Samaritans Awareness Day
2026-07-24
24th July is Samaritans Awareness Day, because they’re here to listen 24/7.
On this date and throughout July, The Samaritans will be running their awareness-raising campaign Talk to Us, to remind people that they’re here for anyone who needs someone to listen.
Every year in July, Samaritans branches in the UK and Republic of Ireland hold local events to raise awareness that Samaritans are here to listen to anyone who’s struggling to cope, at any time of the day or night.
When life is difficult, Samaritans are here – day or night, 365 days a year. You can call them for free on 116 123, email them at jo@samaritans.org, or visit www.samaritans.org to find your nearest branch.
#TalkToUs #SamaritansAwarenessDay
Source: Talk To Us Campaign | Samaritans Campaigns

National Schizophrenia Day
2026-07-25
National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, marked on 25 July every year by the charity Rethink Mental Illness, explores what it means to live with this much misunderstood and often stigmatised mental health condition.
In England, approximately one adult in every 100 will live with a diagnosis of #Schizophrenia.
By shattering some of the myths and breaking the stigma and prejudice which surrounds this diagnosis, Rethink Mental Illness continues to provide support and community for people living with schizophrenia and their loved ones.
On National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, which coincides with the founding of the charity nearly 50 years ago, Rethink Mental Illness shines a spotlight on the condition and the dedicated work to improve the quality of life for people living with schizophrenia and their carers.
#SupportMentalHealth #RethinkMentalIllness
Source: National Schizophrenia Awareness Day 2026 | 25 July 2026
